Hyderabad

A 30-year-old woman was allegedly hacked to death by her husband in Nomula village, Ibrahimpatnam, on Tuesday. Police said the accused was under the influence of alcohol. A case has been registered and efforts are underway to trace him.

In a major setback to the CPI (Maoist), four top leaders, including Politburo and Central Committee members, surrendered before Telangana police. Officials said the organisation’s apex and state leadership structures have collapsed following the reintegration of the cadres.

A Hyderabad-based anaesthesiologist, Dr Karthik Deegutla, has highlighted the critical importance of sharing family medical history before surgery. He recounted a case where a 22-year-old patient developed Malignant Hyperthermia, a rare genetic reaction to anaesthesia, during routine surgery.

A British Airways flight from London to Hyderabad was diverted to Nagpur early Tuesday due to poor weather conditions and low visibility in Hyderabad. Officials confirmed the diversion occurred around 5.30 am after the plane landed at Nagpur.

BRSLP deputy leader T Harish Rao condemned the demolition of poor families’ houses in Vinobha Nagar, Khammam, accusing the Congress government of using excessive police force and failing to provide rehabilitation. He demanded an immediate halt and justice for the displaced

BRS working president KT Rama Rao criticized the Telangana Congress government after students of a Tribal Welfare School in Gudur protested for hygienic food. He cited 112 food poisoning cases, student hospitalizations, and called for immediate inquiry and better school management

The Hyderabad Police have executed one of the biggest cybercrime crackdowns in recent years under 'Operation Octopus'. Over 10 days, 32 special teams raided 16 states, arresting 104 individuals linked to online investment scams, trading frauds, and digital arrest schemes.

A family of three, a couple and their young son allegedly died by suicide at their residence in Amberpet, Hyderabad, on Tuesday. Police have begun an investigation and shifted the bodies for post-mortem.

Unseasonal rains continued across Telangana, with Hyderabad and Nalgonda witnessing heavy overnight showers. Hyderabad recorded up to 42.8 mm of rainfall in Bahadurpura, while Nalgonda’s Chandampet reported the state’s highest at 70 mm.

The Telangana government’s ambitious Gandhi Sarovar Project, which aims to build the world’s tallest statue of Mahatma Gandhi at Bapu Ghat, Hyderabad, has triggered widespread criticism. Tushar Gandhi, Mahatma Gandhi’s great-grandson, has strongly opposed the move, calling it “un-Gandhian.”

VIYONA has received UIDAI’s OVSE certification, enabling offline Aadhaar-based identity verification without real-time database access. The approval strengthens privacy safeguards, accelerates paperless KYC processes and enhances digital onboarding across banking, fintech and enterprise sectors in India.

Unidentified persons allegedly damaged idols at the Sri Sri Devamukha Anjaneya Swamy temple in Hyderabad’s Balapur Road area on Monday night. The incident was discovered by the local priest the next morning, prompting the temple committee to alert police.

Paradox Museum opened in Hyderabad’s Somajiguda, offering over 50 interactive illusion-based exhibits. Inaugurated by Nidhhi Agerwal, the global edutainment brand blends art and science, bringing its immersive experience to the city

Amitabh Bachchan and Kamal Haasan have reunited after nearly four decades as shooting for the sequel to Kalki 2898 AD begins. Bachchan shared images from the Hyderabad sets and expressed excitement about their collaboration

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The conclave will deliberate on the development, promotion and future roadmap of shooting sports in Telangana and across India

The Telangana Cabinet decided to take over Hyderabad Metro, launch new employee insurance and health schemes, and approve major water projects. However, it made no announcement on Rythu Bharosa or local body elections. The Budget will be presented on March 20

Transport and BC Welfare Minister Ponnam Prabhakar has appealed to TGSRTC employees to withdraw their protests, assuring that the government is considering their demands. He highlighted steps taken to strengthen the corporation and urged staff to ensure uninterrupted public transport services

A 34-year-old woman died after the car she was travelling in rammed into a stationary container lorry near Pedda Amberpet on Hyderabad’s outskirts. She was shifted to a hospital in Vanasthalipuram, where doctors declared her dead. Police are investigating the case

TGSRTC employees and workers will stage a ‘Chalo Secretariat’ protest in Hyderabad on February 24, demanding merger with the government, pay revision and clearance of dues. Police are preparing security and traffic arrangements ahead of the demonstration

Malkajgiri Police have launched a Helmet Bank initiative in Hyderabad to promote road safety by providing helmets to riders caught without them. The scheme encourages responsible behaviour and aims to reduce accidents and head injuries among two-wheeler users

The Telangana Social Welfare Residential Educational Institutions Society has proposed new professional degree colleges and major infrastructure upgrades from the next academic year. The plan includes modern kitchens, facial recognition attendance, strengthened centres of excellence and improved academic support

Langar Houz Lake in Hyderabad has turned into a polluted dumping ground due to encroachments, untreated sewage and solid waste. Residents say the shrinking water body is vital for groundwater recharge and have urged authorities to restore and protect it

The Telangana government has announced that the State budget session will be held from March 16 to 30, beginning with the Governor’s address. The Cabinet also approved the takeover of Hyderabad Metro and land allotments for colleges and party offices